![](/store/e.gif)
Rare Antique Toby Fillpot Jug Wood And Sons Staffordshire England Mug Numbered For Sale
When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
Rare Antique Toby Fillpot Jug Wood And Sons Staffordshire England Mug Numbered:
$449.95
This beautiful Toby Jug is a rare antique find. The hand-painted porcelain by Wood & Sons and is numbered. And stamped with Staffordshire Trademark. The item height is 3.75\".
History
Toby Jugs were first produced in the 1780s, largely by the Staffordshire potteries and represented a much more diverse set of characters than the most recognisable Toby discussed above. The people they represent are both real and imagined. The original ‘Toby’ came from folklore- ‘Toby Fillpot’ was said to be a drunkard whose body became the clay in the ground and was then re-formed, by a potter into the stout man represented in this jug. He holds a large plain jug.
What Is a Toby Jug?
A Toby Jug is a figural ceramic jug. Each jug is molded in the shape of a notable character. Historically, Toby Jugs feature a hearty man holding a mug in one hand and sporting a tricorn hat. His hat doubles as a pouring spout. Each character is outfitted in typical period fashions.
Toby Jugs first made their appearance in 18th-century England. Specifically, the Staffordshire area was a hub of pottery activity. Acclaimed potters, such as Ralph Wood I and II, were known for their quality Toby Jug creations.
Speculation continues about the origin of the Toby Jug name. One potential source is Sir Toby Belch, a memorable character from Shakespeares \"Twelfth Night.” Or, perhaps the name sprang from a popular song of the era, “Brown Jug.” Brown Jug’s tune features a character named ‘Toby Fillpot (or Philpot)’.
I can\'t make out if there\'s a date in roman numerals on the logo. I would guess it is a late 1700s to early 1800s production. And, this piece is in excellent condition!
If you are a United States buyer and are interested in more than one of my other items, I can typically combine shipping costs. Let me know in advance of your interest in 2 or more items. International buyers should contact me first if interested before purchasing. I respond as fast as I am able.
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact me for any further information you need.
Related Items:RARE ANTIQUE ANCIENT EGYPTIAN Stela God Lord Osiris God Anubis Protection 1520bc
$108.00
Rare, Early Colonial Hand Molded Antique c1770 Pewter Spoon, Revolution, GIFT
$40.00
VERY RARE ANCIENT BRONZE ROMAN RING- LEGIONARY ANTIQUE RING OLD ARTIFACT AMAZING
$35.00